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Operator’s manual (EPA)
326RJ
X-series
Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions before using the machine.
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15 m 50FT KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols WARNING! Clearing saws, brushcutters Only intended for trimmer heads. and trimmers can be dangerous! Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of the operator’s manual. Other symbols/decals on the machine refer to special Please read the operator’s manual certification requirements for certain
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CONTENTS Contents Note the following before starting: KEY TO SYMBOLS Please read the operator’s manual carefully. Symbols ....................................................................... 2 Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control CONTENTS devices and system may be performed by any nonroad Contents ...................................................................... 3 engine repair establishment
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INTRODUCTION Dear customer! Congratulations on your choice to buy a Husqvarna product! Husqvarna is based on a tradition that dates back to 1689, when the Swedish King Karl XI ordered the construction of a factory on the banks of the Huskvarna River, for production of muskets. The location was logical, since water power was harnessed from the Huskvarna River to create the water-powered plant. During over 300 years of continuous operation, the Husqvarna factory has prod
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WHAT IS WHAT? 29 28 27 24 23 20 What is what on the trimmer? 1 Trimmer head 16 Handle adjustment 2 Grease filler cap, bevel gear 17 Locking nut 3 Bevel gear 18 Support flange 4 Cutting attachment guard 19 Drive disc 5 Shaft 20 Socket spanner 6 Loop handle 21 Operator’s manual 7 Throttle control 22 Allen key 8 Stop switch 23 Locking pin 9 Throttle lockout 24 Support cup 10 Cylinder cover 25 Blade 11 Starter handle 26 Transport guard 12 Fuel tank 27 J-handle 13 Choke control 28 S
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Important Personal protective equipment IMPORTANT! IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for trimming grass. A clearing saw, brushcutter or trimmer can be dangerous if used incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause serious or The only accessories you can operate with this engine unit fatal injury to the operator or others. It is extremely are the cutting attachments we recommend in the chapter important that you read and understand t
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CLOTHING Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting when the throttle lockout is released. Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on twigs and branches. Always wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear jewellery, shorts sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder level. FIRST AID KIT Always have a first aid kit nearby. Press the throttle lockout and make sure it returns to its original p
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Check that the vibration damping element is undamaged and Cutting attachment guard securely attached. WARNING! Overexposure to vibration can lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage This guard is intended to prevent loose objects from being ! in people who have impaired circulation. thrown towards the operator. The guard also protects the Contact your doctor if you experience operator from accidental contact with the cutting attachment. symptoms of overexposur
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS If the muffler on your machine is fitted with a spark arrestor Cutting equipment screen this must be cleaned regularly. A blocked screen will cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious This section describes how to choose and maintain your damage. cutting equipment in order to: • Reduce the risk of blade thrust. • Obtain maximum cutting performance. • Extend the life of cutting equipment. IMPORTANT! Only use cutting attachments with the guards we WARNING!
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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS General rules Trimmer head IMPORTANT! Always ensure the trimmer cord is wound tightly and evenly Only use cutting attachments with the guards we around the drum, otherwise the machine will generate recommend! See the chapter on Technical data. harmful vibration. • Only use the recommended trimmer heads and trimmer cords. These have been tested by the manufacturer to suit a particular engine size. This is especially important when a fully automatic trimmer head is
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ASSEMBLY Fitting the J-handle Assembling the cutting equipment • Clip the loop handle onto the shaft. Note that the loop handle must be fitted between the arrows on the shaft. WARNING! When fitting the cutting attachment it is extremely important that the ! raised section on the drive disc/support flange engages correctly in the centre hole of the cutting attachment. If the cutting attachment is fitted incorrectly it can result in serious and/or fatal personal injury. • Slide the spacer into
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ASSEMBLY • Insert a finger into the centre hole of the cover (I) while • Fit the nut (G). The nut must be tightened to a torque of grasping the cover with your other fingers. Using the index 35-50 Nm (3.5-5 kpm). Use the socket spanner in the tool finger and thumb of your other hand, release the two kit. Hold the shaft of the spanner as close to the blade catches (J) that engage in the cut-outs in the bottom half guard as possible. To tighten the nut, turn the spanner in (K). Pull apart the tri
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FUEL HANDLING Gasoline Fuel safety Never start the machine: 1 If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate. CAUTION! Always use a quality gasoline/oil mixture with an octane rating of at least 87 octane ((RON+MON)/2). If your 2 If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes, change machine is equipped with a catalytic converter (see chapter your clothes. Wash any part of your body that has come in on Technical data) always use a good qu
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FUEL HANDLING Mixing Fueling • Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean container intended for fuel. • Always start by filling half the amount of the gasoline to be used. Then add the entire amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of gasoline. WARNING! Taking the following precautions, will lessen the risk of fire: • Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly before filling the ! machine’s fuel tank. Do not smoke or place hot objects near fuel. Always shut off the
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STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting Starting and stopping • Check the blade to ensure that no cracks have formed at the bottom of the teeth or by the centre hole. The most WARNING! The complete clutch cover and common reason why cracks are formed is that sharp shaft must be fitted before the machine is ! corners have been formed at the bottom of the teeth while started, otherwise the clutch can come loose sharpening or that the blade has been used with dull and cause personal inju
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STARTING AND STOPPING CAUTION! Do not pull the starter cord all the way out and do not let go of the starter handle when the cord is fully extended. This can damage the machine. CAUTION! Do not put any part of your body in marked area. Contact can result in burns to the skin, or electrical shock if the spark plug cap has been damaged. Always use gloves. Do not use a machine with damaged spark plug cap. Stopping Stop the engine by switching off the ignition. CAUTION! CAUTION! The stop swi
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WORKING TECHNIQUES 6 Always hold the machine with both hands. Hold the General working instructions machine on the right side of your body. IMPORTANT! This section describes the basic safety precautions for working with clearing saws and trimmers. If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an expert. Contact your dealer or your service workshop. Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your capability. You must understand the difference between
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WORKING TECHNIQUES Grass trimming with a trimmer head WARNING! Machines fitted with saw blades or grass blades can be thrown violently to ! the side when the blade comes into contact with a fixed object. This is called blade thrust. A blade thrust can be violent enough Trimming to cause the machine and/or operator to be propelled in any direction, and possibly lose • Hold the trimmer head just above the ground at an angle. control of the machine. Blade thrust can It is the end of the cord
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WORKING TECHNIQUES Sweeping • The fan effect of the rotating cord can be used for quick and easy clearing up. Hold the cord parallel to and above the area to be swept and move the tool to and fro. • When cutting and sweeping you should use full throttle to obtain the best results. 1151472-95 Rev. 1 2009-01-16 English – 19
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MAINTENANCE CAUTION! If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine Carburetor is idling the idle adjustment screw T should be turned anti- clockwise until the cutting attachment stops. Your Husqvarna product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful Rec. idle speed 2700 rpm emissions. After the engine has used 8-10 tanks of fuel the engine will be run-in. To ensure that it continues to run at peak Recommended max. speed: See the Technical data section. perf
